How to get a new KITAS? KITAS extension in Indonesia. ITK to ITAS conversion (updated August 2024)

All about KITAS (Indonesian Residence Permit): offshore visa issuance, conversion from ITK to ITAS, extension options and KITAP in the future

KITAS/ITAS is a limited stay permit for foreigners residing in Indonesia. Sometimes KITAS is called a residence permit, but with the amendment that you can stay in the country for a limited period.

What code is KITAS issued under?

KITAS is a type of visa under the E code, contains two digits and sometimes an additional letter (for example, E30, E33G). Check out the popular types of KITAS.

The process of obtaining KITAS and entering Indonesia

This process is also called offshore. The sponsoring company prepares, uploads the necessary documents online and pays the fee.
Usually, an electronic visa for entry into Indonesia is issued within 5-10 working days.
Upon arrival, you will receive a Residence Permit (ITK) in PDF format with the expiration date and a stamp/sticker will be placed in your passport.

Converting your current visa to KITAS if you are already in Indonesia

While in Indonesia, you can convert your current 211A tourist visa, any C visa (including C2 business visa) or bridging visa to KITAS. This process of obtaining KITAS through the ITK to KITAS conversion process is called onshore. It is required to have at least 30 days remaining on the current visa. EVOA/VOA, as well as D visa types (D1, D2, D12), or your current KITAS are not convertible to a new KITAS.

Converting KITAS to KITAP

Not all KITAS types can be converted to KITAP (Permanent Residence Permit) in the future. Only the following types of KITAS have the right to convert to KITAP: worker, dependent, investor, spousal and pension. Read more about this article on obtaining KITAP.

KITAS must be closed via EPO/ERP/ETK

The procedure for closing KITAS will be required if you decide to issue a new visa, another type of KITAS (for example, change Nomad to Investor) and do not extend the current KITAS, or the current type of KITAS is non-extendable. There are 2 options for closing KITAS: before leaving the country via EPO and after leaving Indonesia ERP/ETK.

The Exit Permit Only/EPO (Izin Keluar) process usually takes 4-5 working days. With a ready EPO, you must leave Indonesia within 7 days after the stamp appears in your passport.
You can also close KITAS after leaving Indonesia using the Exit and Reentry Permit/ERP (Izin Keluar dan Masuk Kembali) process. Proof of departure, such as a stamp and boarding pass, must be provided.

KITAS extension

It is recommended to start the KITAS extension process 30 days before its expiration. To renew, you must provide a letter of residence from your local Banjar (Domisile Letter from Banjar). If you have changed your area of residence, it may take some time for you to receive this document. Also, before the extension procedure, you will have to go through the procedure of changing the address in the immigration documents, which takes an additional week. The cost of KITAS extension for a new term is IDR 2.500.000 more than issuing a new KITAS.